Mysore/Mysuru, May 26 -- School Education and Literacy Minister Madhu Bangarappa has warned of strict action against students wearing saffron shawls inside schools and colleges.

Speaking to reporters after meeting writer Devanur Mahadeva at his residence in Kuvempunagar on Saturday, the Minister clarified that students would not be allowed to enter educational institutions wearing saffron shawls. Any violation of the Government order would invite action, he warned.

Madhu Bangarappa challenged the BJP-led Central Government to permit saffron shawls in PM SHRI Kendriya Vidyalaya Sangathan schools, stating that no such dress code would be allowed in State-run educational institutions.

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